Canada PM’s Swearing-In Ceremony Live: Mike Carney Sworn In As Canada’s New Prime Minister

Cabinet Ministers Swearing In

One minister at a time, beginning with Dominic LeBlanc as minister of international trade and intergovernmental affairs, the new prime minister is currently being sworn in to his cabinet after taking the oath of office.

Full List Of Portfolios In Carney’s Cabinet

This "new, leaner, focused cabinet" will deliver on "things that matter most to Canadians, such as strengthening Canada's economy and security," according to a news release from the Prime Minister's Office.

Mark Carney: Prime Minister.

Dominic LeBlanc: International Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the King's Privy Council for Canada.

Mélanie Joly: Foreign Affairs and International Development.

François-Philippe Champagne: Finance.

Anita Anand: Innovation, Science and Industry.

Bill Blair: National Defence.

Patty Hajdu: Indigenous Services.

Jonathan Wilkinson: Energy and Natural Resources.

Ginette Petitpas Taylor: President of the Treasury Board.

Steven Guilbeault: Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant.

Chrystia Freeland: Transport and Internal Trade.

Kamal Khera: Health.

Gary Anandasangaree: Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada.

Rechie Valdez: Chief Government Whip.

Steven MacKinnon: Jobs and Families.

David McGuinty: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.

Terry Duguid: Environment and Climate Change.

Nate Erskine-Smith: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities.

Rachel Bendayan: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.

Élisabeth Brière: Veterans Affairs and responsible for the Canada Revenue Agency.

Joanne Thompson: Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard.

Arielle Kayabaga: Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, Minister of Democratic Institutions.

Kody Blois: Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development.

Ali Ehsassi: Government Transformation, Public Services and Procurement.

Carney Sworn In

Thus starts the political age of Mark Carney in Canada. However, it's unclear how long it will last. Carney was been sworn in at Rideau Hall as the 24th prime minister of Canada. In the next few days, he is anticipated to call an election.

Mike Carney Takes Oath

Carney, who succeeded Trudeau as Canada's 24th prime minister, was sworn in. The new prime minister took the oath of office in both French and English.

Swearing-in ceremony begins

Now seated are the governor general, prime minister-designate, and cabinet members. Carney and his spouse, Diana Fox Carney, are seated together.  

Mark Carney minutes away from swearing-in at Rideau Hall

The incoming cabinet ministers of Canada have entered Rideau Hall to begin the swearing-in ceremony for Carney as the nation's next prime minister. Jean Chrétien, the former prime minister, is present today, as we previously stated. There are three former governors general at Rideau Hall, but he is the only former prime minister. Along with their spouses, Adrienne Clarkson, David Johnston, and Michaëlle Jean are present. Chrétien has been engaging in friendly conversation with Clarkson, Johnston, and Clarkson's spouse, John Ralston Saul.

'We're creating a government that adapts to the times today': Carney

Carney posts a message on social media as he gets ready to take the oath of office. "We're creating a government that adapts to the times today," he wrote. "This team will deliver on the action that Canadians expect." A more seasoned, smaller cabinet that works more quickly, safeguards our economy, and safeguards Canada's future.

Swearing-in ceremony set to begin

Swearing-in ceremony set to begin

'Government will be focused on action': Carney

The government will be "focused on action," according to Carney. Outside Rideau Hall, the incoming prime minister made a few quick statements to reporters. "As a government, we are really focused on taking action. Before entering the room for the swearing-in ceremony, Carney declared, "We're going to get … straight to work."

Canada's former PM On Carney

Jean Chretien, the former prime minister of Canada, told reporters he has faith in Carney as he entered Rideau Hall for the swearing-in event. In French, Chretien stated, "He's going to do his best" against Trump. "A solution does not exist. That has never happened to us. Regarding the Trump administration, he continued, "It's not a normal situation." "[Carney] will give it his all." I am rather confident because I know him well.

Details Of Joly-Rubio Meeting

In the midst of the two nations' trade war, the Canadian foreign minister has provided additional information regarding her discussions with the US secretary of state. She informed reporters: 1. "We will exert as much pressure as possible on the Americans." 2. "We will endeavor to locate off-ramps." 3. "Americans will suffer as a result of Trump tariffs." 4. On topics like the conflict in Ukraine and China's ascent, Canada and the US will work together. 5. "We will continue to communicate and maintain our relationship."

Canadian Foreign Minister Speaks To US's Marco Rubio

When she met with her US counterpart yesterday, the Canadian foreign minister reportedly put a stop to any discussion of Canada joining the US, as Trump has been suggesting. "Canada's sovereignty is not up for debate – period," Joly told reporters after speaking with the secretary. "There's no dispute. No one is talking about it. We don't need to discuss it. You respect us and our sovereignty, which is why you are here. You respect our people and you are in our nation.

When will Carney take the oath of office?

The Canadian capital, Ottawa, is scheduled to host the swearing-in event at 11:00 a.m. local time (15:00 GMT). He will take the oath of office in Rideau Hall, the governor general of Canada's formal residence.  

Foreign Minister Arrenges Carney-Trump Call

The foreign minister of Canada is "working" to arrange the Carney-Trump call. According to Melanie Joly, she informed her US counterpart Marco Rubio that setting up a phone conversation between Trump and the new Canadian prime minister was "important." On the margins of the G7 foreign ministers' meeting, the top Canadian diplomat told reporters, "We're working to do that in the next couple of days." The Canadian province of Quebec is hosting the summit.